Multimorbidity, or having multiple health issues at once, is a big challenge for healthcare systems worldwide. In the Netherlands, something called "care groups" were introduced to help combine different types of care for patients with chronic problems. But do Dutch general practice doctors really f
During the Omicron and XBB COVID waves, Singapore faced a surge in infections. To handle the strain on hospitals, a unique approach called Hospital-at-Home (HaH) was implemented. This model aims to reduce the need for hospital beds and staff by using community healthcare services and remote technolo
In recent years, people are living longer, which means we've got a lot more older folks around. While this is great, it also presents a challenge. Many elderly people don't enjoy the same quality of life that younger folks do, and they often need help with daily tasks. The COVID-19 pandemic has real
Breast cancer patients face a complex health system, making timely diagnosis and treatment challenging. Digital navigation tools can help, but finding affordable solutions in Malaysia’s public sector is tough. So, researchers at the University of Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) created JURNI, a virtual
Ever wondered how different countries tackle health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure? Let's dive into the SCUBY project, which set out to understand how Belgium, Slovenia, and Cambodia can improve care for these conditions. They each created their own plans, called roadmaps. By looking a
Meet a tiny tot who's only a few weeks old. Recently, this little one surprised doctors with an unusual skin condition called Gianotti-Crosti syndrome. Usually, it's just small, itchy bumps on arms, legs, and face, caused by a virus, and nothing to worry about. But this time, it was different. Inste
Vertigo is more than just feeling dizzy. It's the sensation that your body or your surroundings are moving when they're not. This can make daily life challenging and even lead to increased healthcare visits. The Global Burden of Disease Project tries to measure illness and death around the world. In
Nebraska's Governor, Jim Pillen, has found himself in an unexpected situation. He was bucked off a new horse and had to be taken to the hospital. First, he was rushed to Columbus Community Hospital, but later, as a precaution, he was moved to a hospital in Omaha. The good news is that the governor i
Human nutrition has always been a mix of biology and culture. Let's start from the beginning, when our ancient relatives, the Homo genus, were busy foraging, scavenging, hunting, and gathering. This was a time when food was found in nature, not supermarkets. As time passed, we saw a big shift with t
Accurately tracking the costs of medical processes is crucial for enhancing value and efficiency. Let's talk about a method called Time-Driven Activity-Based Costing (TDABC) and how it can be applied to otolaryngology. This study aimed to explore TDABC in ear, nose, and throat care and identify pote
